Dahlia ‘Silver Years’
Soft as a whispered dawn, ‘Silver Years’ opens serene, waterlily blooms in the palest blush—creamy hearts washing outward to a delicate pink, sometimes kissed with the faintest lavender at the tips. The saucer-like flowers face up and out on straight, useful stems, glowing in the garden and photographing like a dream. A steady, generous producer, it’s a bridal favorite and an everyday classic for refined, neutral-leaning palettes.
Specs
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Form: Waterlily
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Bloom Size: ~4″
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Color: Pale blush with creamy center; may show a faint lavender cast in cool weather
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Height: ~4–5 ft
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Bloom Habit: Prolific from midseason to frost; long, upright stems; excellent vase life
Garden Reverie
Imagine rows dotted with moon-soft blooms—creamy blush saucers that quietly light up every arrangement. ‘Silver Years’ is calm elegance, pure and simple.
Planting & Growing Guide
Dahlias thrive in full sun and well-draining soil. Plant tubers after all danger of frost, 4–6″ deep and 12–18″ apart. Pinch at ~12″ tall to encourage bushier growth and more blooms. Provide sturdy support for taller stems. Water consistently (avoid waterlogging) and deadhead to extend flowering. In cooler regions, lift tubers after frost, cure, and store in a cool, dry place for replanting next year.
